Controller

NorthPoint Search Group•Sandy Springs, GA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Controller reports to the Vice President of Finance and is responsible for managing all aspects of the company’s accounting function. This includes ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting under U.S. GAAP, maintaining internal controls, leading cost accounting and inventory initiatives, managing payroll and tax compliance, and serving as the primary liaison for external audits. This role also oversees, develops, and mentors the accounting team while improving accounting processes to support a fast-growing organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
8+ years of progressive accounting experience with senior-level responsibility
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial statement preparation
Experience managing monthly close, general ledger, and internal controls
Experience overseeing core accounting operations (AP, payroll, tax compliance)
Strong technical accounting research, documentation, and Excel skills
Proven ability to manage and develop accounting staff
Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Strategic and analytical thinker with strong judgment and accountability
Adaptive, forward-thinking leadership
Builds trust and credibility across teams
Executes with discipline and attention to detail
Effective collaborator and hands-on leader

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA license
Prior Controller or equivalent leadership experience
NetSuite experience
Cost and inventory accounting experience in manufacturing or inventory-based environment
Hands-on experience leading external audits
Experience scaling accounting processes in a growing organization

Responsibilities

Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes; prepare and review financial statements
Oversee general ledger accounting and ensure accurate recording of financial transactions
Partner with FP&A on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Research and interpret technical accounting issues; document accounting policies and procedures
Maintain effective internal controls and design scalable accounting processes
Lead cost accounting and inventory control initiatives; ensure accurate inventory valuation
Oversee core accounting operations, including AP, payroll, billing, and tax compliance
Manage state and federal tax filings and compliance
Serve as primary liaison for external audits; coordinate audit schedules and resolve findings
Hire, train, and mentor accounting team members; foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Collaborate with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to support business objectives